Production Associate - San Leandro, CA

Georgia-Pacific LLC; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

11 paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Annual pay increases

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific is seeking motivated Production Associates in San Leandro, CA to support corrugated production. The role emphasizes safety and learning to operate production equipment, with shift options on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

The position starts at $26.15 per hour and offers a competitive benefits package, annual pay increases, overtime, holiday pay, and opportunities for advancement. Orientation may begin on 1st shift, with shift assignments based on seniority after probation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Experience in the corrugated packaging industry is a plus.
• Ability to use a computer, tablet or smart device.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specs.
• Monitor and input data into computer control systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment to maintain production flow.
• Perform basic asset care and keep the work area clean.
• Collaborate with the team to meet production, waste, quality and safety goals.
• Operate and/or work around mobile equipment.
• Adhere strictly to safety rules and wear required PPE.
• Handle lifting, walking, climbing and standing for long shifts.

Job description

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE – SAN LEANDRO, CA

This position starts at $26.15 per hour and offers a competitive benefit package

Georgia-Pacific is looking for motivated Production Associates with a passion for safety to join our team in San Leandro, CA!

• $26.15 per hour
• 2nd shift differential is $.60 per hour - 3rd shift differential is $.70 per hour
• Competitive benefits package
• Annual pay increases
• Overtime and advancement opportunities
• 11 paid holidays annually

Salary and Benefit Information

• $26.15 per hour
• 2nd shift differential is $.60 per hour - 3rd shift differential is $.70 per hour
• Competitive benefits package
• Annual pay increases
• Overtime and advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• 11 paid holidays annually

Shift Information

• Currently hiring for 2nd and 3rd shifts only. Candidates must be available for both shifts. No 1st shift positions available.
• Only candidates who are flexible and available to work any shift will be considered. This includes overtime, holidays and weekends as needed.
• The first 2-3 weeks of orientation and training will be on the 1st shift (6am - 2pm).
• During the probationary period (the first 90 days of employment), shift assignments may fluctuate between all shifts based on training needs and seniority.
• After successfully completing the 90-day probationary period, your shift will be determined by seniority (2nd or 3rd shift).

Shift Requirements

• If your relief calls out, you will be required to stay an additional (4) hours to cover the call out.
• Punctuality – absolute start times are enforced (must be at workstation)

Shift Hours (Monday – Friday)

• 1st: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm – overtime and weekends as needed
• 2nd: 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm – overtime and weekends as needed
• 3rd: 10:00 pm – 6:00 am – overtime and weekends as needed

Additional Information

• This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Our Team

At Georgia-Pacific, we don’t believe a job is just simply a job. We see each role as a career and a way to advance your skills to not only better your life, but the community as well. These entry-level hourly positions will support production by learning to safely operate corrugated production equipment while maintaining a strict adherence to safety rules and regulations. Our Production Associates work in a hot, humid, and noisy environment and work any shift including holidays, weekends and overtime as needed. If you are committed to safety and enjoy working with a team, you may be GP’s next Production Associate!

Georgia-Pacific is one of the nation’s leading corrugated box manufacturers. To learn more about the GP Corrugated Business, check out these videos/links:

Georgia-Pacific: How Corrugated Boxes are Made

www.gppackaging.com

What You Will Do In Your Role

• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
• Monitor and/or entry into computer control systems
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
• Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area
• Work as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality, and safety goals
• Operate and/or work around mobile equipment
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse OR military environment OR completion of post high school education in manufacturing/industrial

What Will Put You Ahead

• One (1) year or more experience working in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment
• Experience working in the corrugated packaging industry
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device

For this role, we anticipate paying $26.15 per hour.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf